Lucknow Super Giants wearing green jersey in IPL match vs KKR: Find out why!

• Lucknow Super Giants don green and maroon jerseys in tribute match against Kolkata Knight Riders
• KKR skipper Shreyas Iyer and LSG captain KL Rahul exchange views during the toss
• Changes made to both teams' playing XIs as they prepare for the IPL encounter

In a noteworthy deviation from their traditional dark blue attire, the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) donned green and maroon jerseys during their IPL 2024 match against the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). This unique choice of colors serves as a tribute to the city of Kolkata and its iconic football club, Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG), reflecting the shared ownership by Sanjiv Goenka's RPSG group, which oversees both LSG and MBSG in the Indian Super League.

During the toss of the 28th IPL match, KKR skipper Shreyas Iyer expressed his excitement about playing in Kolkata again, acknowledging the electrifying atmosphere of the crowd. Meanwhile, LSG captain KL Rahul highlighted the importance of player recovery and adaptation to the match conditions. As the teams took to the field, changes were made to both sides' playing XIs, setting the stage for an intriguing clash between the two IPL contenders.